IN PARISMY WINTER

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FROM CHRISTMAS TO VALENTINE’S DAY,HUNDREDS OF PLACES TO SEE AND STAY!

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Walk on streets lit by a thousand lights, go on a shopping spree, taste the finest of foods, try our suggestions to make a great holiday even better... while visiting Paris and its region, the Christmas period is perfect for finding a gift in a dreamlike decor, or for trying out the latest confectionery...

WELCOME TO PARIS

AND ITS REGION!

15/12The Christmas season is a time of joy to share: museums, exhibitions or walks with the family, merry-go-rounds, skating rinks, Christmas decorations... enough to make every eye sparkle, and not just those of your children!

MERRYCHRISTMAS!

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Ring in the New Year with a whirlwind of shows and visits throughout the region. Try our suggestions to make a great holiday even better!

NEW YEAR

IS THE TIME TO CELEBRATE31/12

Now is the ideal time to find the coat or shoes of your dreams. Take advantage of the exceptional opening hours in the department stores, walk beside the windows on streets filled with shops, discover the latest trendy boutique... anything goes and everything will!

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HAND IN HAND ON

VALENTINE’S DAY14/02

What could be more romantic than Paris to celebrate love? A stroll on the streets, dinner for two, a spectacular night out... Try our suggestions to turn a magic moment into the time of your life.

Lit with a thousand lights, winter is the perfect season to visit Paris and its region.From the end of year celebrations, with festivities and food to make eyes sparkle and taste buds tingle, to Valentine’s Day and the romance of Paris in spring, here are five highlights and hundreds of suggestions to turn a great holiday into the time of your life. Fancy a shopping spree or a simple stroll? Want to party or just have a breath of fresh air? Whether with your family, friends or lover, we bid you welcome to winter in Paris and the Ile-de-France region. Here’s an exhibition fit for all the family. There’s a new cabaret show for two to take in. Between a walk on streets lit with a thousand lights for Christmas, a ride on a funfair in one of the most beautiful monuments of Paris, a wellbeing break or a night ride in a legendary car, the only question is will you have enough time to do everything?

I love...shopping p. 18fine food p. 28cocooning p. 34wonderland p. 38getaways p. 42culture p. 46partying p. 54

Practical information p. 60

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Among the dozens of other possibilities, here are 7 suggestions for itineraries to help you make your winter stay in Paris and its region as welcoming as possible. Enjoy the end-of-year celebrations, visit a museum specially opened for the occasion, stroll past the shop windows or take an unusual tour... By day and by night, snug as a bug indoors or out in the fresh air, together with your children or holding hands with that special person... here are a few ideas for excursions in Paris and its surroundings that will turn your stay into the time of your life.

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THE GREAT OUTDOORS

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A few ideas for visiting Paris... heading into the wind!

TOUR OF PARIS BY BUSSee the sights in the City of Light, one and a half hours on a double-decker bus around the illuminated monuments, with a hot drink and plaid laid on! (SEE PAGE 40)

AMAZING!Charléty on Snow: tobogganing, zip lines, real snow... all in a stadium! One of the most amazing ski resorts right in the middle of Paris! From 25/12 to 04/01/2014 - 99, boulevard Kellermann, Paris 13 (RER B, Cité Universitaire) - www.paris.fr

THE EIFFEL TOWER REVISITEDRelive the past and the feat of ironwork behind the Eiffel Tower in an original and amusing way, with a theatrical guided visit hosted by an actor. WWW.VISITES-SPECTACLES.COM

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PLUS• Batobus, a taxi boat shuttle service

on the Seine to the various districts of Paris. www.batobus.com

• Take a stroll for Christmas through the heart of Saint-Germain-des-Prés, with a visit to the market and tasting fine food on the agenda for this seasonal walk. www.meetingthefrench.com

GOING GREENTake the air with a walk along the green belt on the route of an old railway line and come back along the Viaduc des Arts, a showcase for French craftsmanship. WWW.LEVIADUCDESARTS.COMCOUR DU MARCHÉ SAINT-ANTOINE, PARIS 12M LEDRU-ROLLIN

MARKET SCENESTake a stroll among the stalls of the Rue Montorgueil, a pedestrian paradise for food fans. Have a coffee in one of the many bistros.M ÉTIENNE MARCEL

EXCURSION ON THE SEINE Board an electric boat for a 40 min cruise through the historic centre of Paris, around the île Saint-Louis and the île de la Cité.WWW.BATOSTAR.COMBATOSTAR - AT THE FOOT OF THE PONT MARIE, PORT DE L’HÔTEL DE VILLE, PARIS 4M PONT MARIE

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ALL IN THE FAMILYDAY 2

Marvellous, magical, fun and good food...a great day out for the whole family.

SUGAR AND SWEETHave a sweet for a treat on the Champs-Elysées Christmas market.(SEE PAGE 40)

AMAZING!• 3D Dragons. Come to the Géode and learn all about the

legend of dragons on a trip through time, with stunning special effects. (see page 49)

• La Pâtisserie des Rêves. The very first tea-room reserved exclusively for children, with mini-cakes galore... www.lapatisseriedesreves.com

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PLUS• Take the covered tourist train, and visit

Paris with a series of guided tours. Starts from the Louvre ( M Louvre-Rivoli) or Notre-Dame ( M Saint-Michel) www.another-paris.com

• Entertainment Arts Museum. Exhibition Pixar, 25 years of animation, the magic behind the cartoon creations of Toy Story, Ratatouille, and Finding Nemo… (see page 49)

• Cirque du Soleil. Kooza revives the thrills and spills of the big top by combining two circus traditions: acrobatics and clowning. (see page 41)

• The film The Snow Queen, preceded by the Water Magic spectacle at the Grand Rex. (see page 41)

STARS IN THEIR EYESCome window shopping at Christmas-time with the Paris department stores and their illuminated facades.BOULEVARD HAUSSMANN, PARIS 9 M CHAUSSÉE D’ANTIN - LA FAYETTE

FAIRGROUND ARTS MUSEUMTake a spin on a merry-go-round with wooden horses or bicycles, and hundreds of old fairground attractions, games and automats...(SEE PAGE 49)

BY TOUTATIS!An immersion course in the world of adventures of Astérix, with comic characters and a wide range of unique artistic creations.(SEE PAGE 49)

ICE-SKATINGOutdoor skating on the Place de l’Hôtel de Ville, for one and all to fall and get up again... and again.M HÔTEL DE VILLE

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PARIS LIKE A PARISIAN

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AMAZING!The Perchoir in Ménilmontant, a new restaurant and bar on the roof with panoramic 360 degree views of Paris. 14, rue Crespin-du-Gast, Paris 11 ( M Ménilmontant)www.leperchoir.fr

Here’s a tour to live like the people of Paris!

DINNER AT HOMEWining and dining is the best way of learning about the things Parisians do and the places they go.LA ROUTE DES GOURMETSWWW.LAROUTEDESGOURMETS.FR

SWEET STOPTake a break at the Étoile d’Or, for an unforgettable encounter with Denise, your hostess.(SEE PAGE 31)

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PLUS• An excursion along the Canal Saint-Martin,

with the Vélib bike-sharing service (see page 60)

• Village Popincourt, a genuine Aladdin’s cave with dozens of second-hand clothes shops. Rues Neuve Popincourt, Ternaux, Pihet and passage Beslay, Paris 11 ( M Parmentier)

BREAKFAST ON THE (HEATED!) TERRACE Take your breakfast in a café on the banks of the Canal Saint-Martin. Coffee, buttered baguette and croissants on the menu!M RÉPUBLIQUE

“NO FUTURE”Visit the Europunk exhibition at the Cité de la musique, and take a trip through the foremost artistic revolution of its time.(SEE PAGE 51)

SPIN THE NIGHT AWAYAt the foot of Montmartre, take in the Féerie review at the Moulin Rouge with its famed, fast and furious French Cancan.(SEE PAGE 56)

SHOPPING SPREETake a stroll in the Abbesses district and visit the shops for vintage and designer clothes.M ABBESSES

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AMAZING!• See a 360° panoramic view of Paris from the 56th floor

of the Montparnasse Tower. 33, avenue du Maine, Paris 15 ( M Montparnasse-Bienvenüe) - www.tourmontparnasse56.com

• The terrace of the Batofar, a barge-cum-restaurant-club-concert hall that hosts collectives of DJs every night after work. Opposite 11, quai François Mauriac, Paris 13 ( M Bibliothèque nationale de France) - www.batofar.org

A tour for night trippers, which also lets you see the different forms of architecture in Paris.

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LATE AFTERNOONEnjoy the Thursday night opening hours to visit the Cité de l’architecture et du patrimoine and the Art Deco exhibition, an aesthetic movement which had its heyday in the 20s.(SEE PAGE 50)

CELEBRATION DAY Take a spin in the sumptuous nave of the Grand Palais, with a carnival in full swing. A Ferris wheel 30 m high and over 50 attractions are open to one and all.WWW.GRANDPALAIS.FROPEN UNTIL 05/01/2014AVENUE WINSTON CHURCHILL, PARIS 8 M CHAMPS-ÉLYSÉES - CLEMENCEAU

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PLUS• Excursions on the Seine with the Bateaux

Mouches riverboats. Pont de l’Alma, Rive droite, Paris 8 ( M Alma-Marceau) www.bateaux-mouches.fr

• Christmas Lights sight-seeing tour on a double-decker bus with Big Bus Paris Les Cars Rouges. (see page 40)

PARIS VISITE  With a single ticket you can travel on all the public transport systems in Paris. Tickets are valid for 1, 2, 3 or 5 days in a row, and in several areas, from Paris to the outer suburbs. Plus point: discounts are available at some tourist sites.Tickets can be purchased in Metro stations www.ratp.fr

TRAVELLING AT NIGHT

• The Paris Metro is open from 6 am to 0:30 am and until 2am on Fridays and Saturdays. From 0:30 am to 5:30 am, the 47 Noctilien night bus lines connect more than 200 towns in the Île-de-France region.

• Vélib: 24h/7 bicycle self-service. The bikes are rented from automatic terminals using a credit card. There are 1,800 bike stations in Paris and the 30 surrounding towns.

2CV CAR TOUR AND DINNERTake a 2CV ride for one and a half hours through Paris, followed by dinner in a restaurant classified as a historical monument for its Art Nouveau decor.WWW.4ROUES-SOUS-1PARAPLUIE.COM

ALL NIGHT LONG Have a great time in this cafe / restaurant with its huge terrace overlooking the Seine, and its parties hosted by DJs. WANDERLUSTPARIS.COMCLUB WANDERLUST - CITÉ DE LA MODE ET DU DESIGN 34, QUAI D’AUSTERLITZ, PARIS 13M QUAI DE LA GARE

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PARIS MUSEUM PASSThis pass (valid for 2, 4 or 6 days) allows you to enter, without waiting and as many times as you want, more than 60 museums and monuments in Paris and the surrounding region, and access to all of the permanent museum collections. On sale at participating locations or visit www.parismuseumpass.com

Paris in the snow? Here’s a tour to keep your toes warm...

GET HIGH!From the Place de la Concorde, see all of Paris illuminated and take a turn on the Ferris wheel, more than 65 meters above ground! M CONCORDE

AN AFTERNOON OF IMPRESSIONISTS Have lunch in the restaurant listed as a historic monument of the Musée d’Orsay, and then visit the fabulous Impressionist gallery, which has recently been completely redesigned.WWW.MUSEE-ORSAY.FR1, RUE DE LA LÉGION D’HONNEUR, PARIS 7M SOLFÉRINO

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PLUS• A Trillion Ants, at the Palais de la

Découverte. An exhibition to find out everything (well almost everything) there is to know about the 14,095 species of ants known today... (see page 49)

• Dans la ligne de mire, at the Museum of Decorative Arts A unique overview of current French jewellery designs. Until 02/03/2014 - 107, rue de Rivoli, Paris 1 ( M Palais Royal – Musée du Louvre) www.lesartsdecoratifs.fr

• The Bonheur review at the Lido or Désirs, at the Crazy Horse? One to start 2014 well, the other for Valentine’s Day! Lido de Paris - 116 bis, avenue des Champs-Élysées or Crazy Horse 12, avenue George V ( M George V) (see page 56)

A DAY AT THE OPERA Visit the Opéra Garnier: its architecture is probably the most representative of the art of the Second Empire, and marvel in the ceilings painted by Marc Chagall.FREE VISIT ON SITE: 8, RUE SCRIBE, PARIS 9GUIDED TOURS: SEE PAGE 53M OPÉRA

HOT CHOCOLATESneak into Angelina’s for a hot chocolate and crack for one of their famed Mont Blanc Chestnut Cream Meringues... WWW.ANGELINA-PARIS.FR226, RUE DE RIVOLI, PARIS 1M TUILERIES

PARIS NIGHTLIFESee the new Mugler Follies review, a spectacular show combining dance, music, light and high technology.(SEE PAGE 56)

SHOPPING SPREETake a walk on the really wild side in the Galeries Lafayette department store, the centre for French and international creativity in Paris...(SEE PAGE 20)

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It’s Valentine’s Day! Here’s a tour to make your lover’s day unforgettable.

DINNER CRUISE Finish the evening on the Seine with a menu specially made up for the occasion, marvel at the illuminated monuments, all to the sound of music performed live.WWW.BATEAUXPARISIENS.COMBATEAUX PARISIENS - AT THE FOOT OF THE EIFFEL TOWER M BIR-HAKEIM

ACT OF LOVE Seal your engagement by hanging a padlock on the Pont des Arts.OPPOSITE THE MUSÉE DU LOUVRE

AMAZING!• Aphrodisiac Evening. Cabaret night out with a special theme, and an

aphrodisiac menu. La Route des Gourmets - www.laroutedesgourmets.fr• Seen from the sky. See Versailles and the West of Paris by helicopter.

www.aviaxess.com• Gypsy Evening. Special Saint Valentine’s Evening at the Romanès Circus.

(see page 41)

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A WALK HAND IN HAND Take a walk through the streets of Montmartre and for a souvenir, have your portrait drawn on the Place du Tertre. Marvel at the stunning views of Paris lying before you.

I LOVE YOUStart the day with an original declaration of love, in front of the I Love You wall, the romantic rendezvous for lovers from around the world.SQUARE JEHAN RICTUS, PLACE DES ABBESSES, PARIS 18 M ABBESSES

SAY IT WITH FLOWERSBuy a few roses in the flower market at the foot of Notre Dame Cathedral. Red for passion, pink for tenderness... then go for a walk along the waterfront.ÎLE DE LA CITÉ M CITÉ

ROMANTIC RIDE IN A 2CVListening to the tall stories told by the driver, take a ride through the sights of beautiful Paris, plus Champagne, to drink (for example) facing the Eiffel Tower! WWW.4ROUES-SOUS-1PARAPLUIE.COM

MUST DO’S• Dine to music in Montmartre. Visit the

Basilica of the Sacré-Cœur and have a romantic dinner in a restaurant in the Place du Tertre. (see page 52)

• 1h pleasure cruise on the Seine, with a glass of champagne. Vedettes de Paris Port de Suffren, Paris 7 ( M Bir-Hakeim) www.vedettesdeparis.fr

• For the Love of Paris. An exhibition of photographs by Brassaï, and his unique career lasting 50 years of passion for Paris. Hôtel de Ville ( M Hôtel de Ville)

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In Versailles, every subject is sovereign. Demonstration.

A JOY TO SEECultivate your gardening skills with the exhibition entitled André Le Nôtre in perspectives. 1613-2013, which pays tribute to the designer of the gardens of Versailles.(SEE PAGE 45)

MUST DO’SA day in Versailles with PARISCityVISION (see page 45)

TASTE AT THE TOPIn the centre of the château, enjoy a hot chocolate and a delicious pastry from Angelina’s.(SEE PAGE 30)

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PLUSOne Nation Paris: A new mall with 112 shops, not far from the château. Its architecture pays tribute to Versailles with spacious interior French gardens. www.onenation.fr

UNCOMMON SCENTSBreathe in all the fragrance of the Cour des Senteurs, as you stroll around workshops, boutiques and brands of French prestige.WWW.PARFUMSETSENTEURS.FR COUR DES SENTEURS 8, RUE DE LA CHANCELLERIE

HOW TO GET TO VERSAILLES: From Paris: RER C, Versailles Rive Gauche, or SNCF Montparnasse railway station, or Saint-Lazare railway station.ALL FOR ANTIQUES

Go antique hunting in the district of “La Geôle” and “Le Bailliage”. You’ll find 50 antique dealers at the foot of an elegant building in a picturesque network of courtyards and narrow streets.(SEE PAGE 23)

THE MARKETPLACETake a walk through Notre-Dame market, between the covered hall and the open-air stalls: it is one of the finest in the whole region.(SEE PAGE 32)

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CULTURE IS GREAT BUT SO IS SHOPPING! AT THE CROSSROADS OF THE LATEST TRENDS, DEPARTMENT STORES ARE A REFLECTION OF PARIS, THE CAPITAL OF FASHION AND SHOPPING.

GALERIES LAFAYETTEWITH 70,000 SQ. M OF FLOOR SPACE, THIS HOT SPOT FOR SHOPPERS – THE LARGEST STORE IN THE WESTERN WORLD – OFFERS THE FINEST IN FASHION. AND FOR THE CHRISTMAS HOLIDAYS, IT’S LIT BY A THOUSAND LIGHTS...

Fashion and accessories for women, men and children, from leather goods to perfumes and cosmetics... all in a magical setting. This winter, the Art Deco Dome shelters a gigantic Christmas tree with different events and activities every hour, while the windows are decorated with costumes and characters from Beauty and The Beast. Not to be missed: the specially decorated facade, the view of Paris from the terrace and its hot chocolate bar. Magic!

WWW.GALERIESLAFAYETTE.COM40, BOULEVARD HAUSSMANN, PARIS 9 M CHAUSSÉE D’ANTIN - LA FAYETTE

PRINTEMPS HAUSSMANNTHE LATEST TRENDS IN FASHION, DECORATION AND BEAUTY IN A STORE WHERE LUXURY IS THE DISTINGUISHING FEATURE

Established in 1865, listed as a historic monument, Printemps Haussmann is one of the largest department stores in Paris, with more than 300 brands sold exclusively. It is also a magnificent Art nouveau Dome, 7 restaurants, a terrace with panoramic views... not to mention the 11 Christmas window showcases decorated by Prada!

WWW.PRINTEMPS.COM64, BOULEVARD HAUSSMANN, PARIS 9 M HAVRE-CAUMARTIN

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BHV MARAISCHRISTMAS FIT FOR A CHEF

Celebrated for its culinary arts and tableware, the BHV has made Christmas rhyme with kitchen: special events and activities, temporary restaurant on the terrace, window showcases featuring dinners in unusual venues in the Marais district... not to mention the gift shops and Christmas decorations.

WWW.BHV.FR52, RUE DE RIVOLI, PARIS 4 M HÔTEL DE VILLE

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8 am on January 8: kickoff time for five weeks of bargain buys. Here are a few tips to make good sales super. Whether you want to make all of your bargain buys in one store, are looking for vintage clothes or more extravagant shopping, get ready the day before with this guide. On D-day, put on a pair of comfortable shoes, take a big bag to carry your bargains more easily, and use a Vélib self-service bike to get as fast as possible from one store to the next!

From January 8 to February 11, 2014

Sales!

Le Printemps department store has opened in the Carrousel du Louvre, next to the finest museum in the world. Topshop, the famous English brand, has opened in Paris in the Galeries Lafayette.

New!

Try out the shopping centres for menswear at the Galeries Lafayette, Printemps and BHV Marais.

And for gentlemen...

LE BON MARCHÉ RIVE GAUCHE

THE RIVE GAUCHE SPIRIT IN A SINGLE SPOT

The first department store to open in Paris (1838), Le Bon Marché now offers the best in style of fashion designers, furniture designers, and the culinary arts. For the Christmas holidays, its windows have been decorated in a style as exclusive and trendy as the products inside the store.

WWW.LEBONMARCHE.COM24, RUE DE SÈVRES, PARIS 7 M SÈVRES-BABYLONE

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AN OVERVIEW OF THE ANTIQUE DEALERS, VINTAGE VENDORS AND SECOND-HAND STORES IN PARIS. THE BEST ADDRESSES FOR BARGAIN BUYS.

PARIS SAINT-OUEN FLEA MARKETTHE FLEA MARKET IN SAINT-OUEN, ALREADY RENOWNED FOR BARGAIN-HUNTING AND GOOD DEALS, HAS GONE VINTAGE

A hot spot for antiques and avant-garde furniture, the Saint-Ouen flea market has turned a new page with the Village Vintage, 25,000 sq. m of floor space housing the best-known brands in fashion and furniture design. Selection.Habitat Vintage: buyers come looking for unique household objects, furniture and accessories from the brand’s past collections and to visit this former hangar left in its original condition. All of the items on sale are certified.L’Éclaireur: the pop-up store includes articles from the 1980s to the 2000s, plus new design talent. Mademoiselle Steinitz: open the door of this store with well-known antique dealers from Paris and admire the rare selection of furniture and period objects, as well as haute couture clothes.Galerie Gam: the centre of the new shop includes must-have furniture and accessories from the 20th century.

WWW.MARCHEAUXPUCES-SAINTOUEN.COM142, RUE DES ROSIERS, SAINT-OUEN M PORTE DE CLIGNANCOURT

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For the menu, Yannick Papin conjures up childhood memories with classic dishes inspired by market-fresh produce. For the decor, Philippe Starck has designed an industrial-style restaurant for a perfect combination of brick, stone, leather, fireplace and furniture. It comprises a large dining room opening onto the kitchen on the ground floor, two lounges on the first floor and two terraces accommodate visitors to the market.WWW.MACOCOTTE-LESPUCES.COM106, RUE DES ROSIERS, SAINT-OUEN M PORTE DE CLIGNANCOURT

Among the many ideas for theme tours, Meeting the French suggests a shopping tour through the 15 sections and styles of the Paris Saint-Ouen flea market: the tour lasts 3 hours, with a guide who knows the flea market like the back of his hand, and a coffee break in a cabaret.WWW.MEETINGTHEFRENCH.COM

Go to Ma Cocotte!

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VANVES FLEA MARKETWhether you’re an experienced bargain-hunter or an amateur, you’ll love to take a walk though this jumble of old toys, promotional items, books, tables, cabinets... Every Saturday and Sunday, come rain or come shine, 380 flea dealers display their finds for sale.

AVENUE MARC-SANGNIER, PARIS 14 M PORTE DE VANVES

VERSAILLES ANTIQUE DEALER DISTRICTHere’s a district with 50 antique dealers and experts with antiques of exception for sale. Created a quarter of a century ago, the Jail antique dealer district claims to be the largest antique centre west of Paris. Near the Château, Notre-Dame market and the Lambinet Museum, the district is the perfect place for a stroll for amateurs and professional antique dealers alike.

WWW.ANTIQUES-VERSAILLES.COM 14 BIS, RUE BAILLET-REVIRON, VERSAILLES FROM PARIS: RER C VERSAILLES RIVE GAUCHE OR SNCF GARE MONTPARNASSE OR SAINT-LAZARE

plus... Village Saint-Paul At the centre of the Marais district, this is the ideal place for bargain-hunting, with 200 antique dealers and fashion designers.WWW.LEVILLAGESAINTPAUL.COMRUE SAINT-PAUL, PARIS 4M SAINT-PAUL

Chinemachine Trendy and colourful, this is the rag and bone centre of the Abbesses district. Designer castoffs, fun trinkets, vinyl records, funky tops... This vaulted cellar is a mine of great finds!WWW.CHINEMACHINEVINTAGE.COM100, RUE DES MARTYRS, PARIS 18 M ABBESSES

Kiliwatch This is the perfect place for bargain hunters and global fashion freaks for castoffs, vintage clothes, new shoes and designs made from recycled clothing...WWW.KILIWATCH.FR64, RUE TIQUETONNE, PARIS 2 M ÉTIENNE MARCEL

Mamie Blue More than a traditional thrift store, this shop also provides a range of services: vintage makeovers, fashion alterations and custom creations...WWW.MAMIE-VINTAGE.COM69, RUE DE ROCHECHOUART, PARIS 9 M ANVERS

THANX GOD I’M A V.I.P VINTAGETGV for those in the know offers a selection of flawless vintage items, often new, from among the most prestigious fashion houses, including Hermès, YSL, Chanel, Lanvin, Burberry... as well as items at low prices, always chosen with the same concern for quality.

WWW.THANXGOD.COM 12, RUE DE LANCRY, PARIS 10 M JACQUES-BONSERGENT

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VILLAGE POPINCOURT

CONSISTING OF A FEW STREETS, THIS ‘VILLAGE’ PUTS THE ACCESS ON FRIENDLINESS AND TRANQUILLITY

Take a stroll in a mixture of shops of all kinds with pretty, old-style window showcases. The atmosphere is as calm and quiet as the country. Furniture, fittings, light fixtures, contemporary fashion... you’ll find every type of object and can have a bite to eat in any one of the nice restaurants en route. The perfect place for shopping fans and bargain hunters, but which will also delight the curious.

RUE DU MARCHÉ POPINCOURT, PARIS 11 M PARMENTIER

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WITH SHOPPING MALLS WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE OF A TOURIST HOT SPOT, ENTIRE VILLAGES DEDICATED TO FASHION OR LUXURY GOODS... HERE ALSO, INNOVATION, GREAT IDEAS AND GOOD DEALS ARE ALL ON THE MENU!

BERCY VILLAGEA DECIDEDLY ATYPICAL PLACE OF PEACE AND QUIET, WITH TERRACE CAFÉS, SHOPS AND LEISURE FACILITIES

36 shops have set up in the cellars of the former Bercy wine market. Around the Saint-Emilion courtyard, a quiet paved street is perfect for a stroll with the family, even more so since the month of December will be colourful and lively! The star-style decoration conjures up the magic of Christmas, while the numerous street attractions invite you to a world populated by giant snails, whispering bushes and elephants under the snow!

WWW.BERCYVILLAGE.COM28, RUE FRANÇOIS-TRUFFAUT, PARIS 12 M COUR SAINT-ÉMILION

CARROUSEL DU LOUVREMake the most of your visit to the Louvre Museum and take a stroll through the Gallery of the Carrousel, with its wide range of shops and fine food stores. New: Le Printemps department store has opened a new shop with 2,500 sq. m of floor space.

WWW.CARROUSELDULOUVRE.COM99, RUE DE RIVOLI, PARIS 1 M PALAIS ROYAL – MUSÉE DU LOUVRE

LA VALLÉE VILLAGEFASHION AND LUXURY AT CUT PRICES

To the East of Paris, a few minutes from Disneyland Paris, the Vallée Village shopping centre combines 120 brands of fashion and luxury at discount prices (-33% minimum), with the trendiest products from previous collections. Thanks to a Pass, the hands-free shopping service lets you give in to your every whim: your purchases are waiting at the reception!

WWW.LAVALLEEVILLAGE.COM3, COURS DE LA GARONNE, SERRIS RER A, VAL D’EUROPEPARISCITYVISION PROVIDES A ROUND-TRIP TRANSFER BY MINIBUS OR COACH BETWEEN THE CENTRE OF PARIS AND LA VALLÉE VILLAGE. EVERY DAY EXCEPT 25/12 AND 01/01. WWW.PARISCITYVISION.COM

ONE NATION PARIS

A NEW OUTLET AT THE GATES OF PARIS

Dedicated to amateurs of fashion and luxury, this new venue in the west of Paris offers premium brands for sale at outlet prices. Only 30 minutes from Paris city centre, you will find the design of the decor surprising and elegant: spacious interior French gardens inspired by Versailles, a stained glass window 70 m long... 112 shops on 2 levels, with 4 snack centres and 3 restaurants invite you to take your time and relax.

WWW.ONENATION.FRLES CLAYES-SOUS-BOIS

practical information

1. The purchases must be worth more than €175, made in the same shop and on the same day.

2. The seller delivers an export sales slip with 2 sheets signed by the seller and the buyer.

3. In finally leaving the European Union, before registering your luggage, present the goods and sales slip to the Customs authorities (the formalities must be completed before the end of the third month following the month in which the purchase is made).

How to Buy Duty-Free

BOUTIQUES AÉROPORTS DE PARISFrom the best-known brands of perfumes and cosmetics to fine French food, not to mention wines and spirits... the best of Paris Duty Free is to be found within the Roissy Charles-de-Gaulle and Orly airports. In these shops, the VAT refund is automatic, from the first euro. Simply present your boarding pass and proof of your identity.

WWW.PARIS-LIFESTYLE.FR

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VIRGINIE AND ADRIEN,A FRENCH COUPLE WITH TWO CHILDREN, MET ONE SUNDAY ON THE GRANDS BOULEVARDS

What’s your favourite place?Provins. We live nearby. For the children, the medieval city is a magical place, and even more so in summer with the shows of knights fighting on horseback, the displays of birds of prey... We never get tired of watching them!

What do you do on Sunday in Paris?We visit an exhibition or a museum with the whole family... Here on the Grands Boulevards, for example, between the Grévin Museum, les Étoiles du Rex and the Chocolate Museum, there are 3 recreational sites within 200 metres! Or towards La Villette, there’s the Géode, the city of children... And with the metro, it’s easy: in 40 minutes, you can cross the whole of Paris!

A suggestion for this winter?Prolong the day with a walk under the Christmas decorations. Walk along the Department stores or on the Champs-Élysées, and take a tour on the Ferris wheel. Christmas is only once a year but we still love it!

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PARIS FOR INNOVATION, PARIS FOR INSPIRATION. FIND THE HOT SPOTS FOR TOMORROW’S TRENDS HERE AND NOW.

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Take a walk through a store with 1,500 sq. m of floor space. Far from the cold atmosphere of the classical concept store, this majestic loft flooded with light is out of this world. You can find that perfect little designer dress you’ve been looking for, buy a few roses at a flower shop, and then why not relax in a sofa in café-cum-bookshop? And all for a good cause: the profits on your purchases are donated to charity.

WWW.MERCI-MERCI.COM111, BOULEVARD BEAUMARCHAIS, PARIS 3 M SAINT-SÉBASTIEN - FROISSART

COLETTETHE HOT SPOT FOR CHIC SHOPPING

The founders of this boutique are constantly on the move, looking for tomorrow’s trends and the up-and-coming designers. The result is a genuine Ali Baba’s Cave with the trendiest clothes on the planet, in limited editions or exclusive series. Not to be missed: the water bar!

WWW.COLETTE.FR 213, RUE SAINT-HONORÉ, PARIS 1 M TUILERIES

107RIVOLIAs soon as you enter the Museum, you can see it reflects the latest in Decorative Arts. It offers a selection of items often on an exclusive basis, chosen in connection with the temporary exhibitions.

WWW.LESARTSDECORATIFS.FR 107, RUE DE RIVOLI, PARIS 1 M PALAIS ROYAL - MUSÉE DU LOUVRE

plus... Heven Store A shop specialising in fair trade items. Also visit the store for its intrinsic beauty, a former bakery built in 1929.WWW.HEVENSTORE.COM33B, RUE NATIONALE, BOULOGNE-BILLANCOURT M BILLANCOURT

Arty Dandy Where can you find audacity, originality and creativity combined? This shop, with fashion and furniture you’ll never find anywhere else!WWW.ARTYDANDY.COM1, RUE DE FURSTEMBERG, PARIS 6 M SAINT-GERMAIN-DES-PRÉS

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Discount prices but quality products! After its traditional venue in the Barbès district, the “cheaper than cheap” brand has opened its new concept store in the Belle-Epine shopping centre: the products are more chic, but the prices are still as cheap.WWW.BELLE-EPINE.COMTHIAIS

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In addition to the traditional castoffs from Emmaüs collections, the Labo de l’Abbé offers a collection of garments designed by the fashion workshop for solidarity second-hand clothing. WWW.LAFRIPERIESOLIDAIRE.COM25/27 RUE OBERKAMPF, PARIS 11 M OBERKAMPF

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Marché Saint-Pierre With five floors of fabrics at unbeatable prices, welcome to the tissue temple! And the streets all around are full of shops also specialising in fashion fabrics at outlet prices.WWW.MARCHESAINTPIERRE.COM2, RUE CHARLES-NODIER, PARIS 18 M ANVERS

LA MAISON DEYROLLE Where can you stroke a zebra or a lion without being bitten? In La Maison Deyrolle, a curiosity shop specialising in stuffed animals!

WWW.DEYROLLE.COM46, RUE DU BAC, PARIS 7M RUE DU BAC

ELVIS MY HAPPINESS Whether you’re just curious or a genuine fan, open the door of this atypical shop. You’ll find everything you’ve ever wanted about the King: CDs, vinyl records, photos, magazines, objects, jewellery...

WWW.ELVISMYHAPPINESS.COM 9, RUE NOTRE DAME DES VICTOIRES, PARIS 2 M BOURSE

LA BOUTIQUE DU FUTUR To fill your daily life with sugar and spice, here’s the perfect place to fine useful, funny products 100% made in France!

WWW.LABOUTIQUEDUFUTUR.FR18, RUE PÉRIER, MONTROUGEM CHATILLON-MONTROUGE

PARISTICS Bored with deco stickers you see everywhere? Come to Paristics to find stickers with original patterns that you can even customize.

2, RUE HÉGÉSIPPE MOREAU, PARIS 18 M LA FOURCHE

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confectionary WINTER IS A WONDERFUL TIME FOR THOSE WITH A SWEET TOOTH... HERE’S AN OVERVIEW OF WHAT’S COOKING IN PARIS AND THE SHOPS WHERE GOOD FOOD IS FINEST!

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EVERY TIME IS THE RIGHT TIME

Would you like a treat for the end of year holidays? How can you resist a Yule Log called Isn’t Life Beautiful? And for Valentine’s Day, try the new Garden of Iris macaroon, unveiled by the master confectioner in February.

WWW.PIERREHERME.COM72, RUE BONAPARTE, PARIS 6 M SAINT-SULPICE

POPELINIThese delicacies are darlings... The cupcakes made on-site are coloured for each flavour. A delight!

WWW.POPELINI.COM29, RUE DEBELLEYME, PARIS 3M SAINT-SÉBASTIEN-FROISSART

44, RUE DES MARTYRS, PARIS 9M SAINT-GEORGES

ARNAUD LARHERSUBTLE SAVOURS

This Master Confectioner of France combines ingredients that are both subtle and surprising. For Christmas, he has made a magic mixture: under a thin shell, whipped cream infused with thyme is associated with a sponge biscuit, all made of chocolate.

WWW.ARNAUD-LARHER.COM53, RUE CAULAINCOURT, PARIS 18M LAMARCK-CAULAINCOURT

93, RUE DE SEINE, PARIS 6 M SAINT-GERMAIN-DES-PRÉS

CYRIL LIGNAC PASTRY SHOPThe Master Chef’s two boutiques in Paris offer a selection of classic pastries and confectionary creations, including a Blueberry/Blackcurrant Tart and a Rum Baba with Whipped Vanilla Cream.WWW.CYRILLIGNAC.COM24, RUE PAUL-BERT, PARIS 11 M CHARONNE

2, RUE DE CHAILLOT, PARIS 16 M IÉNA

CIEL PASTRY SHOPThe first address in France where you can enjoy Angel Cakes, tasty little cupcakes made in Japan.

WWW.PATISSERIE-CIEL.COM3, RUE MONGE, PARIS 5 M MAUBERT-MUTUALITÉ

LA MÈRE POULARDThe mythical brand from Mont-Saint-Michel has (finally!) opened in Paris complete with griddle cakes, patties and shortbread biscuits.19, AVENUE DE L’OPÉRA, PARIS 1 M PYRAMIDES

SAINT-TROPEZ TARTYou don’t need to go to Saint-Tropez but to Saint-Germain-des-Prés to taste this famous tart!3, RUE DE MONTFAUCON, PARIS 6 M MABILLON

ANGELINAThis tea room remains the only place where you can enjoy a great cup of hot chocolate together with a fabulous Mont Blanc Chestnut Cream Meringue, with its well-guarded recipe...WWW.ANGELINA-PARIS.FRSEVERAL ADDRESSES IN PARIS (INCLUDING THE LOUVRE AND LUXEMBOURG MUSEUMS) AND THE CHÂTEAU DE VERSAILLES

LADURÉEDESSERT DELIGHTS SINCE 1862

From traditional savours to combinations of unusual flavours, there’s something to suit everyone’s taste! For Christmas, the creations are even more dazzling: from the Petits Souliers Yule log, to chocolate macaroons made with milk, passion fruit and coconut, and Mademoiselle Noëlle’s gift box...

WWW.LADUREE.COMSEVERAL SHOPS AND POINTS OF SALE IN PARIS, AS WELL AS IN THE CHÂTEAU DE VERSAILLES, ROISSY AND ORLY AIRPORTS

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chocolateJEAN-PAUL HÉVINCaution, high-class chocolate! Jean-Paul Hévin designs unique desserts. A break at the chocolate bar is a must.

WWW.JEANPAULHEVIN.COM231, RUE SAINT-HONORÉ, PARIS 1 M CONCORDE

THE CHOCOLATE FACTORYMulti-Michelin starred chef Alain Ducasse and his Pastry Chef Nicolas Berger have made their dream come true: to open a chocolate shop in Paris. The two craftsmen work their ‘black gold’ in the old-fashioned way, and concoct nuggets made of 100% cocoa, truffled with a touch of genius...

WWW.LECHOCOLAT-ALAINDUCASSE.COM40, RUE DE LA ROQUETTE, PARIS 11 M BASTILLE

À LA MÈRE DE FAMILLE Founded in 1761, this boutique is a genuine institution. Whether you have a sweet tooth or are just curious, the range of confectionery will be a delight to one and all!

WWW.LAMEREDEFAMILLE.COM35, RUE DU FAUBOURG MONTMARTRE, PARIS 9 M GRANDS BOULEVARDS

PATRICK ROGERPatrick Roger sculpts tastes by working chocolate like a raw material. You will be equally impressed by the subtle mixtures and majestic sweets.

WWW.PATRICKROGER.COM6 BOUTIQUES IN AND AROUND PARIS

CHRISTOPHE ROUSSELChristophe Roussel has a gift... for chocolate, and designs delicate sweets from more than 30 kinds of vintage chocolate.

WWW.CHRISTOPHE-ROUSSEL.FR10, RUE DU CHAMP DE MARS, PARIS 7M ÉCOLE MILITAIRE

5, RUE TARDIEU, PARIS 18M ABBESSES

PÂTISSERIE MICHALAK klakettes, takataRtineR, koSmik… funny names and funny shapes for pastries that can only make you smile!

WWW.CHRISTOPHEMICHALAK.COM60, RUE DU FAUBOURG POISSONNIÈRE, PARIS 10M POISSONNIÈRE

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Among the tours combining culture and pleasure, here’s a walk that allows you to learn more about the historical riches of Saint-Germain-des-Prés, and stopovers to taste the pastries and other regional products in the chocolate shops...WWW.PROMENADEDESSENS.FR

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This chocolate-confectionery shop embodied by Denise, whose uncommon expertise and unusual look are celebrated around the world, is full of hand-made confectionery from the four corners of France.

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MARKETS AND SHOPPING MALLS ARE FUN PLACES TO VISIT AND WANDER AMONG THE COLOURFUL STALLS. AND TO MAKE THEM EVEN TASTIER, JUST OPEN THE DOOR TO ANY OF THE FINE FOOD STORES...

ENGHIEN-LES-BAINSCheese makers, butchers, fruit and vegetable sellers, florists, clothes stalls, shoe stalls, stalls for accessories and jewellery... This covered market is worth the visit above all for its friendly atmosphere, a few steps from the lake.

TUESDAYS, THURSDAYS AND SATURDAYSFROM PARIS: SNCF PARIS GARE DU NORD, ENGHIEN

VERSAILLESNotre-Dame square is no doubt one of the finest markets in the region. It is held in the age-old covered market halls and on the square just outside the Palace of Versailles. All around, the cobbled streets are an open invitation for a walk, with antique dealers galore...

ON TUESDAYS, FRIDAYS AND SUNDAY MORNINGS (OUTSIDE) AND FROM TUESDAY TO SATURDAY IN THE COVERED HALLSFROM PARIS: RER C VERSAILLES RIVE GAUCHE OR SNCF GARE MONTPARNASSE OR SAINT-LAZARE

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One of the largest markets in the Île-de-France region, Saint-Denis is the worthy heir of the Lendit Fair, which, attracted merchants from all over Europe in the Middle Ages. Stroll around more than 300 stands with products from the region, the Mediterranean, North and sub-Saharan Africa... the change in scenery is guaranteed!

TUESDAYS, FRIDAYS AND SUNDAYSM BASILIQUE DE SAINT-DENIS

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MOUFFETARDAt the bottom of the rue Mouffetard, the local shops merge and mingle with the stalls displaying fruits and vegetables, creating an atmosphere that sings of Paris. You can continue your walk to the Botanical Garden which is located nearby.

FROM TUESDAYS TO SUNDAYSRUE MOUFFETARD, PARIS 5 M PLACE MONGE

MONTORGUEILThis is one of the nicest streets markets in Paris. The pedestrian precinct is full of traditional shops – including a few that are famous – and café terraces at every corner. The ideal place to see the people of Paris and taste the finest food.

RUE MONTORGUEIL, PARIS 1M ÉTIENNE MARCEL

ENFANTS ROUGESThis is the oldest covered market in Paris, and it has become the heartbeat of the whole district. Under the beautifully coloured stalls you can fill your shopping bag with fresh products, but it’s also a great spot for restaurants and caterers.

FROM TUESDAYS TO SUNDAYS39, RUE DE BRETAGNE, PARIS 3 M FILLES DU CALVAIRE

ALIGREThis is the place to be if you’re looking for second-hand furniture dealers and traders! But what’s best is the village atmosphere, particularly on Sundays when they all seem to know each other...

FROM TUESDAYS TO SUNDAYSPLACE D’ALIGRE, PARIS 12 M LEDRU-ROLLIN

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LA GRANDE ÉPICERIE DE PARISA DELIGHT TO SEE AND SAVOUR

The benchmark for fine food in Paris, La Grande Épicerie de Paris attracts food fans looking for the exceptional and the curious from all around the world. This is the place to find dishes and delicacies, regional produce and specialties from all the major producers.

WWW.LAGRANDEEPICERIE.COM38, RUE DE SÈVRES, PARIS 7 M SÈVRES - BABYLONE

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For Christmas, the House, which is celebrated for the refinement of its fine foods, has brought in the best produce from the regions and forests of France for its culinary creations, such as the Trésor des Forêts made with chestnuts, black chocolate and cumquats.

WWW.FAUCHON.COM30, PLACE DE LA MADELEINE, PARIS 8 M MADELEINE

MARIAGE FRÈRESEnter a Mariage Frères shop and encounter a unique sensory experience. The Tea House, founded in 1854s offers refined teas of exclusive quality.

WWW.MARIAGEFRERES.COM30, RUE DU BOURG TIBOURG, PARIS 4 M HÔTEL DE VILLE

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They’ve given Paris its personality... these exceptional shops, which have kept their scenery, styles and sales going for several generations, are well worth the visit on a walk combining past history, present anecdotes and trade secrets. LA ROUTE DES GOURMETSWWW.LAROUTEDESGOURMETS.FR

The oldest grocery and confectionery stores in Paris

plus... Fine food and wine at the Galeries LafayetteThe Lafayette Gourmet consists of 3,000 sq. m of floor space dedicated to the finest foods. The Bordeauxtheque, with over 1,200 products, is the largest cellar of Bordeaux wines in the world.WWW.GALERIESLAFAYETTE.COM40, BOULEVARD HAUSSMANN, PARIS 9M CHAUSSÉE D’ANTIN

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DANS LE NOIR ?Delicately, you are plunged into darkness, for a massage performed blind and a genuinely unique sensory experience.

WWW.LESPADANSLENOIR.COM65, RUE DE MONTMARTRE, PARIS 2 M SENTIER

AS YOU WALK BY, HERE ARE A FEW PLACES TO RELAX AND TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF.

LES BAINS DU MARAISRelaxing massages, facials, Oriental skin scrubs, Turkish baths, saunas... All in the historic centre of Paris, and a haven of peace and refinement.

WWW.LESBAINSDUMARAIS.FR31-33, RUE DES BLANCS MANTEAUX, PARIS 4 M RAMBUTEAU

THE TURKISH BATHS OF THE GRAND MOSQUE OF PARISLadies will love the oriental culture and heritage of the Byzantine era steaming out of each series of rooms and the increasingly hot baths. They can then meet up with the gentlemen in the tea room to enjoy Gazelle Horns, Date Cakes or Baklavas...

WWW.LA-MOSQUEE.COM39, RUE GEOFFROY-SAINT-HILAIRE, PARIS 5 M PLACE MONGE

SPARK SOINS, SPORT & SPA

A WORLD OF PEACE AND QUIET

Just 14 km from Paris, Enghien is the only spa in the Île-de-France region. So there’s nothing surprising about finding beside the lakes and the Barrière Casino a complex with 3,500 sq. m of skincare, sports and wellness facilities including a private pool, water courses, saunas, Turkish baths, massage rooms, spas, and fitness room with 250 sq. m of floor space...

WWW.SPARK-ENGHIEN.FR87, RUE DU GÉNÉRAL-DE-GAULLE, ENGHIEN-LES-BAINSFROM PARIS: SNCF PARIS GARE DU NORD, ENGHIEN-LES-BAINS

LES ÉTANGS DE COROTAN ISLAND OF WELL-BEING BETWEEN PARIS AND VERSAILLES

Let yourself be wrapped in Gironde honey and wine yeast, for a divine winemaker’s massage... The spa provides vinecare services in an exceptional environment overlooking the lakes. Try the Turkish bath hidden behind a large stone and brickwork wall.

WWW.ETANGS-COROT.COM55, RUE DE VERSAILLES, VILLE-D’AVRAY

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MAKEUP MEIn the heart of the Marais district, the first bar for personal grooming, from a simple makeup service to the most sophisticated skincare.

WWW.MAKEUPME.FR12, RUE DE MONTMORENCY, PARIS 3 M RAMBUTEAU

BHV NAIL BARIn the new beauty care section of the BHV Marais, a nail bar with organic products and nail varnishes of vegetable origin.

WWW.BHV.FR52, RUE DE RIVOLI, PARIS 4 M HÔTEL DE VILLE

MAC CHAMPS-ÉLYSÉESLet yourself be pampered by 40 makeup artists in an ultra-modern audacious decor.

78, AVENUE DES CHAMPS-ÉLYSÉES, PARIS 8 M GEORGE V

FRINGE OR UPDO?Choose your future fringe from among 10 models, or for another Parisian innovation, have your hair done up in an updo!

DIKTAT, LE COMPTOIR DES FRANGES2, RUE DU JOUR, PARIS 1M CHÂTELET - LES HALLES

BAR À CHIGNON CHRISTOPHE-NICOLAS BIOT52, RUE SAINT-ANDRÉ DES ARTS, PARIS 6 M SAINT-MICHEL

DIOR BEAUTY BOUTIQUEThe first 100% beauty care boutique of the celebrated fashion house, with its legendary products, exclusive collections, make-up and beauty care lessons, and more.

368, RUE SAINT-HONORÉ, PARIS 1 M CONCORDE

perfumeNOSEA team of specialists awaits you with their noses ready to establish an olfactory analysis and find the ideal fragrance just for you.

20, RUE BACHAUMONT, PARIS 2 M SENTIER

LA COUR DES SENTEURSA short walk from the Château of Versailles, this location combines the rarest fragrances, traditions, skills and materials that make up the world of perfumes.

WWW.PARFUMSETSENTEURS.FRFROM PARIS: RER C, VERSAILLES RIVE GAUCHE OR SNCF GARE MONTPARNASSE OR SAINT-LAZARE

DIPTYQUE

Candles, perfumes, bath lines, winter fragrance box... the Diptyque fragrance house has been offering perfumes without peer since 1965.

WWW.DIPTYQUEPARIS.FR3 BOUTIQUES IN PARIS, AND IN THE DEPARTMENT STORES OF THE BOULEVARD HAUSSMANN

CHANEL BEAUTY BOUTIQUEExclusively devoted to beauty care: makeup and fragrance collections, colour ranges, the fashion house’s cult perfume...

382, RUE SAINT-HONORÉ, PARIS 1 M CONCORDE

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PARIS, CITY OF LIGHTA RIDE ON A DOUBLE-DECKER BUS… OR IN A 2CV?

At Christmas, Paris is lit with a thousand lights. Among the circuits provided to visit Paris, the Open Tour and Big Bus Paris Les Cars Rouges provide a tour to admire the monuments, facades and decorated streets specially lit up for the holidays... like Magic!Among the various rides in 2CV possible, “4 roues sous 1 parapluie” is a unique visit to be done as soon as night falls. During 3 h, the driver takes you on a tour through Paris city of light, punctuating the route with anecdotes and stories.

THERE’S NOTHING MORE MAGICAL THAT A WALK THROUGH A CHRISTMAS MARKET, GAZING AT THE DECORATED WINDOW DISPLAYS OR GOING TO THE CIRCUS...

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AN INTEGRAL PART OF END-OF-YEAR CELEBRATIONS, THERE ARE CHRISTMAS MARKETS EVERYWHERE IN PARIS AND ITS REGION, TO THE DELIGHT OF WALKERS!

Set up in small wooden chalets selling Christmas decorations, party items, local produce and craftwork, you can find whatever you need to decorate a Christmas tree, put on the New Year’s Eve dinner table or give to your loved ones. The Christmas villages on the Champs-Élysées and the Trocadéro also include attractions for children.

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UNTIL 05/01/2014CHAMPS-ÉLYSÉES, PARIS 8M CHAMPS-ÉLYSÉES - CLEMENCEAU

UNTIL 06/01/2014MAIL BRANLY, PARIS 7, AT THE FOOT OF THE TOUR EIFFELM BIR-HAKEIM

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WINTER SPORTS!Whether you’re an experienced skater or just starting, enjoy the pleasures of skating in the open air! In front of Paris City Hall, on two rinks, including one for children under age 6, and at the Trocadéro, at the foot of the Eiffel Tower, in the Christmas village. As to the Charléty Stadium, it has been converted into a genuine ski resort!

UNTIL 02/03/2014 PATINOIREM HÔTEL DE VILLE

UNTIL 06/03/2014PATINOIREM TROCADÉRO

UNTIL 04/01/2014 CHARLÉTY SUR NEIGE, 99, BOULEVARD KELLERMANN, PARIS 13RER B, CITÉ UNIVERSITAIRE

• PARIS OPEN TOUR: 1 H 30 WITH A RECORDED COMMENTARY IN 8 LANGUAGES, PUNCTUATED BY CHRISTMAS CAROLS, PLUS A HOT DRINK AND PLAID! WWW.PARISLOPENTOUR.COM 13, RUE AUBER, PARIS 9 M HAVRE-CAUMARTIN

• BIG BUS PARIS LES CARS ROUGES WWW.CARSROUGES.COM17, QUAI DE GRENELLE, PARIS 15M BIR-HAKEIM

• 4 ROUES SOUS 1 PARAPLUIEWWW.4ROUES-SOUS-1PARAPLUIE.COM

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BEAUTY AND THE BEAST All the ingredients have been together to make a smash hit of this Broadway musical: snappy dialogues, engaging characters, wonderful sets...

UNTIL 30/03/2014 THÉÂTRE MOGADOR 25, RUE DE MOGADOR, PARIS 9 M TRINITÉ

THE SEMIANYKI FAMILYThese Russian clowns portray a family who are totally crazy. Not to be missed!

UNTIL 05/01/2014 LE PALACE 8, FAUBOURG MONTMARTRE, PARIS 9 M GRANDS-BOULEVARDS

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WATER SHOW AND THE SNOW QUEENTwo nights out for the price of one: the sight of jets of water, lights, lasers and fireworks, and the latest film from Disney studios. All in the biggest cinema in Paris!

UNTIL 05/01/2014 LE GRAND REX 1, BOULEVARD POISSONNIÈRE, PARIS 2 M BONNE NOUVELLE

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ROMANÈS CIRCUSChicken Thief! That’s the name of the new show of the Romanès, mixing juggling, tightrope walking, trapeze artists, contortionists, dancers... a merry mix of music and astonishing acts! Take note: Gypsy Folly in The Free Zone, is a special attraction for New Year’s Eve, and, for Valentine’s Day, a Gypsy Valentine.

WWW.CIRQUEROMANES.COMUNTIL 23/02/2014 42-44, BOULEVARD DE REIMS, PARIS 17 M PORTE DE CHAMPERRET

CHRISTMAS WINDOW DISPLAYS

A WONDERFUL BREAK

Don’t wait to visit the department stores: to celebrate the end of the year, the decorated showcase windows of the Galeries Lafayette and Printemps department stores come alive and shine like stars in the eyes of passers-by. The Galeries Lafayette have put on a genuine fairytale: First you enter an enchanted forest, and meet Lilly, Martin the Bear and their amazing animal friends... At the Printemps Haussmann, the window showcases have been decorated by Prada. Between fashion and traditional Christmas scenes, the eleven showcase windows dusted with snow contain the fashion designs of luxury house.

BOULEVARD HAUSSMANN BETWEEN M HAVRE-CAUMARTIN AND M CHAUSSÉE D’ANTIN - LA FAYETTE

CHRISTMAS MERRY-GO-ROUNDSGreat! Until 5 January throughout Paris, 20 merry-go-rounds offer free rides to make the heads of children turn too.

CIRQUE DU SOLEIL

Acrobatic performances and clowning are on the programme of the new show by the Cirque du Soleil. From laughs to smiles, strength and fragility, turmoil and harmony, Kooza explores the themes of fear, identity, recognition and power.

UNTIL 23/12 ÎLE SEGUIN, BOULOGNE-BILLANCOURT

PHÉNIX CIRCUSFind out the origin of your Chinese astrological sign by coming to this show with 50 stars from the Peking Circus. Fabulous costumes and gigantic sets for 2 hours of highly impressive acrobatic fables.

WWW.CIRQUEPHENIX.COMUNTIL 12/01/2014PELOUSE DE REUILLY, PARIS 12 M PORTE DE CHARENTON

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DISNEYLAND® PARISMAGIC AND MICKEY

In the enchanted land of Mickey and other Disney characters, Christmas carries on until January 6! The highlights this year? The parade, with Santa Claus and the princesses from The Snow Queen, the latest Disney picture. Or the new night show around Sleeping Beauty’s castle, alternating projections, water jets and special effects. Or the majestic Christmas tree and the beautiful illuminations in the Park... But despite all that, never forget the 50 rides and other attractions. They’re magic!

WWW.DISNEYLANDPARIS.FRFROM PARIS: RER A, CHESSY MARNE-LA-VALLÉE AND SHUTTLE VEA FROM AIRPORTS (WWW.VEA.FR)

THERE ARE SITES ALL OVER THE ÎLE-DE-FRANCE REGION THAT ALSO CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS! HERE ARE A FEW MAGICAL VENUES FOR FAMILY GETAWAYS.

LYDIA AND CHRISTOPHER,TWO TOURISTS ENCOUNTERED AT THE STATION AFTER A WEEKEND SPENT IN PARIS

What’s your favourite district?The Opera. For the Garnier Opera house, which you have to see from the inside, the department stores for shopping, the avenue leading down to the Royal Palace, the Louvre, the Tuileries gardens and the Seine... We always find something new (and we come here every year!).

An idea worth sharing?A day out around Paris. Last year, in the summer, after we visited the Musée d’Orsay and saw the Impressionist paintings, we wanted to go to Auvers-sur-Oise. This winter, we’re going to Fontainebleau. Even without a car, you can make the most of the region with the shuttle service from Paris or the public transport.

The place to go?The nave of the Grand Palais. The place is unique, grandiose. If we are lucky enough to be in Paris when they hold an event in it, we go there without hesitating.

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VAUX LE VICOMTEAN ENCHANTED CHRISTMAS

Until January 5, the already enchanting surroundings of the Château have inspired a completely new setting for Christmas. While the Pinocchio show is given every day, each room is decorated with a different theme, with lights, fine food and log fires to pause by. In the Grand Salon, the centrepiece of the Château, stands a Christmas tree eight metres high, at the foot of which every child will find a surprise! And at nightfall, hundreds of candles illuminate the embroidery of the flowerbeds. PARISCityVISION offers round-trip transportation by bus from the centre of Paris, including a visit of the Château with audio guide, free time in the gardens and costumes for the kids!

WWW.VAUX-LE-VICOMTE.COM FROM PARIS: RER D, MELUN THEN TAXI OR SHUTTLE PARISCITYVISION CHÂTEAU

DE FONTAINEBLEAUTHE EMPEROR’S RESIDENCE

In the centre of 340 acres of parkland and gardens, the Château, which has been included on the UNESCO World Heritage list, was regarded by Napoleon Bonaparte as “the true residence of Kings”. And a large number of artefacts from the Empire can be seen here, in the Napoleon I Museum and the royal apartments... The works of art in the Château include a magnificent decorative ornament designed to adorn the centre of a dining table, a gift from King Charles IV of Spain to the Emperor, which can be seen in the exhibition Of bronze and hardstone, a gift from Spain to Napoleon I.

WWW.CHATEAUDEFONTAINEBLEAU.FRTHE EXHIBITION RUNS UNTIL 03/02/2014FROM PARIS: SNCF GARE DE LYON OR SHUTTLE PARISCITYVISION

VERSAILLESTHE CHÂTEAU, STAGE RIGHT...

The incomparable royal palace, the Château de Versailles, with its opulent Hall of Mirrors and its vast park is the epitome of French classical art. The final bouquet for this year, celebrating the 400th anniversary of the birth of André Le Nôtre, Louis XIV’s chief gardener, is the exhibition entitled André Le Nôtre in perspectives. 1613-2013 Draftsman, architect, engineer, landscape architect, wizard designer... He made the dreams of the King come true. Another way of visiting Versailles.

WWW.CHATEAUVERSAILLES.FRTHE EXHIBITION RUNS UNTIL 23/02/2014FROM PARIS: RER C, VERSAILLES RIVE GAUCHE OR SNCF GARE MONTPARNASSE OR SAINT-LAZARE

practical information

Whether for excursions by coach or minibus, walks on foot or special visits to Paris and the Île-de-France region (half-day, day, by day or by night), PARISCityVISION offers a round-trip shuttle service between Paris and Fontainebleau (Wednesdays and Saturdays), Vaux le Vicomte and Versailles (every day except Monday), including entrance tickets, audioguide, etc.WWW.PARISCITYVISION.COM - 2, RUE DES PYRAMIDES - PARIS 1

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CHÂTEAU DE BRETEUIL

THE CHÂTEAU OF PERRAULT’S FAIRYTALES

To celebrate Christmas, the Château de Breteuil and its French gardens are light up with entertainment for visitors: two Perrault fairytales and a Christmas Carol are told to younger visitors, a sewing workshop allows girls to make a fairy tutu, a cap for Red Riding Hood or a hat for a Princess, and boys to make a collar for Puss In Boots, a Knight’s belt or a Cape for Prince Charming (extra charge). Kids are kings and queens here!

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THE LATEST EXHIBITION OR A MUSEUM FIT FOR ALL THE FAMILY? HERE’S A SELECTION OF EXCURSIONS TO ENTERTAIN YOUNG AND OLD ALIKE.

GRÉVIN MUSEUM

POSE WITH THE STARS

Some 300 wax figures await you for an unforgettable day’s outing, including Lady Gaga, one of the latest celebrities to join the Museum and... Santa Claus, the muse of a famous brand of soft drinks since the 1930s! With the new staged tours, the history of the Museum, its celebrities and secrets are told with humour and anecdotes to boot. As a bonus, visit the amazing Palace of Mirages.

WWW.GREVIN-PARIS.COM10, BOULEVARD MONTMARTRE, PARIS 9 M GRANDS BOULEVARDS

VIDEO GAME EXHIBITIONAn interactive exhibition for a unique experience allowing you to understand the ins and outs of video games, from the production process to the pleasure of playing.

WWW.CITE-SCIENCES.FRUNTIL 24/08/2014 CITÉ DES SCIENCES ET DE L’INDUSTRIE, PARIS 19 M PORTE DE LA VILLETTE

plus... Chocolate Museum4,000 years of chocolate history await you in this museum. With a single purpose throughout the visit: to make you salivate with the delicious aromas of cocoa! Special tours are available for children.WWW.MUSEEDUCHOCOLAT.FRMUSÉE GOURMAND DU CHOCOLAT CHOCO-STORY28, BOULEVARD DE BONNE NOUVELLE, PARIS 10 M BONNE NOUVELLE

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Near the Grévin Museum, the Grand Rex and the Chocolate Museum, the Hard Rock Cafe is the hot spot for fans of food “made in the USA” and ... pop-rock, with its collection of instruments, gold records and stage costumes signed by international artists. Kid rockers are greeted with gifts and a special menu! And the New Year, rock the night away with DJ Party.WWW.HARDROCK.COM/PARIS14, BOULEVARD MONTMARTRE, PARIS 9M GRANDS BOULEVARDS

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PIXAR, 25 YEARS OF IMAGINATIONThe first museum in the world dedicated to the art of ‘Entertainment’ with research sketches, studies of characters and sets, storyboards, sculptures... original works from the creators of Toy Story, Nemo, Ratatouille and Wall-e.

WWW.ARTLUDIQUE.COMUNTIL 02/03/2014 ART LUDIQUE-LE MUSÉE LES DOCKS - CITÉ DE LA MODE ET DU DESIGN 34, QUAI D’AUSTERLITZ, PARIS 13 M GARE D’AUSTERLITZ

LES ÉTOILES DU REXTHE MAGICAL WORLD OF THE BIGGEST CINEMA IN EUROPE

On the Grands Boulevards, the Grand Rex cinema is a stunning tourist attraction. In this Art deco monument, learn all about the seventh art through an interactive tour with special effects, excerpts from films and other surprises. Tour highlight: the panoramic lift behind the 300 sq. m silver screen!

WWW.LEGRANDREX.COMWWW.CULTIVAL.FR1, BOULEVARD POISSONNIÈRE, PARIS 2 M BONNE NOUVELLE

plus... Fairground Arts MuseumA rare opportunity worth seizing, since this Museum opens only a few days per year. Shows, merry-go-rounds and antique games are all in store for a magical mystery tour. WWW.ARTS-FORAINS.COMFROM 26/12 TO 05/01/14 MUSÉE DES ARTS FORAINS PAVILLONS DE BERCY, PARIS 12 M COUR SAINT-ÉMILION

3D DragonsAn amazing docu-fiction and an opportunity to meet the mythological ambassadors of ancient civilizations from Mesopotamia to Asia.WWW.LAGEODE.FRLA GÉODE 26, AVENUE CORENTIN CARIOU, PARIS 19 M PORTE DE LA VILLETTE

Astérix Come to the world of the most famous Gaul who ever lived in this exceptional exhibition built around the original plates of three albums.WWW.BNF.FRUNTIL 19/01/2014BIBLIOTHÈQUE NATIONALE DE FRANCE QUAI FRANÇOIS-MAURIAC, PARIS 13 M BIBLIOTHÈQUE FRANÇOIS-MITTERRAND

A TRILLION ANTS

Observe ant farms, find out about the common and exotic species with a giant model, simulation games, films, and impressive photos... you’ll be amazed by their extraordinary organization.

WWW.PALAIS-DECOUVERTE.FR UNTIL 24/08/2014 PALAIS DE LA DÉCOUVERTE AVENUE FRANKLIN D. ROOSEVELT, PARIS 8 M CHAMPS-ÉLYSÉES-CLEMENCEAU

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FASHION, ARCHITECTURE, PHOTOGRAPHY, PAINTING... THERE ARE AS MANY VENUES AS THERE ARE ART FORMS FOR YOU TO DISCOVER ANOTHER FACET OF PARIS AND ITS REGION, AND KEEP YOUR FEET WARM IN WINTER!

FOUR MUST-SEE EXHIBITIONSLOOKING FOR BEAUTY WITHOUT THE BEAST? FOLLOW THE GUIDE!

Come to the Cité de l’architecture et du patrimoine for the first-ever tribute to the Art Deco movement, which originated in France and united designers from around the world. The Grand Palais invites you to admire the works of two artists: the photographs of Raymond Depardon, in Africa and South America, and the creations of Georges Braque, the inventor of cubism, which confronted the painting, literary and musical schools of thought of his time. And to finish with a flourish, 150 pieces by Picasso, some of which have never been shown to the public, are on show at Sèvres, Cité de la céramique.

• 1925, WHEN ART DECO DAZZLED THE WORLDWWW.CITECHAILLOT.FR UNTIL 17/02/2014 CITÉ DE L’ARCHITECTURE ET DU PATRIMOINEM TROCADÉRO

• DEPARDON: A SWEET MOMENT (UNTIL 10/02/2014) AND GEORGES BRAQUE (UNTIL 06/02/2014) WWW.GRANDPALAIS.FRGRAND PALAIS, GALERIES NATIONALESM CHAMPS-ÉLYSÉES-CLEMENCEAU

• PICASSO CERAMIST AND THE MEDITERRANEANWWW.SEVRESCITECERAMIQUE.FRUNTIL19/05/2014 SÈVRES, CITÉ DE LA CÉRAMIQUEM PONT DE SÈVRES

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plus... Frida Kahlo / Diego Rivera Art in FusionPainting meets passion with this exhibition devoted to the legendary Mexican couple. WWW.MUSEE-ORANGERIE.FRUNTIL 13/01/2014 MUSÉE DE L’ORANGERIE - JARDIN DES TUILERIES, PARIS 1 M CONCORDE

Europunk… an artistic revolutionBring back to life the artistic revolution of No Future and Do It Yourself. A superb testimony of the vitality and creative freedom of the European punk movement!WWW.CITEDELAMUSIQUE.FRUNTIL 19/01/2014CITÉ DE LA MUSIQUE 221, AVENUE JEAN-JAURÈS, PARIS 19 M PORTE DE PANTIN

Cartier, Style and History The famous luxury house exposes the jewellery, watches and other objects that attracted the most elegant celebrities of the 20th century.WWW.GRANDPALAIS.FRUNTIL 16/02/2014GRAND PALAIS, SALON D’HONNEUR M CHAMPS-ÉLYSÉES - CLEMENCEAU

Le Nôtre in perspectives. 1613-2013In a final flourish of the year celebrating the 400th anniversary of the birth of the celebrated gardener André Le Nôtre, this exhibition transports you to the world of a wizard designer of fascinating modernity.WWW.CHATEAUVERSAILLES.FRUNTIL 23/02/2014 CHÂTEAU DE VERSAILLES

Erwin Blumenfeld (1897-1969) Featuring one of the greatest photographers of the 20th century and his artistic career in the interwar period.WWW.JEUDEPAUME.ORGUNTIL 26/01/2013 JEU DE PAUME 1, PLACE DE LA CONCORDE, PARIS 1 M CONCORDE

The eye of BrassaïFilled with light and love, the photographic work of Brassaï invites you to see Paris with a different eye.UNTIL 08/03/2014 HÔTEL DE VILLE DE PARIS M HÔTEL DE VILLE

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Paris is a city where cooking is an art form, with a rightful place in museums! And if they make your taste buds tingle, they’ll make your eyes sparkle! In the gardens of the Carrousel, from the restaurant of the Museum of Decorative Arts (Le Saut du Loup, WWW.LESAUTDULOUP.FR). On the Eiffel Tower, from that of the Palais de Tokyo (Monsieur Bleu, WWW.PALAISDETOKYO.COM). Unless you prefer higher things, such as one of the restaurants in the Eiffel Tower (WWW.PARIS-EXCEPTION.COM)? Or on the roof of the Pompidou Centre (Georges, WWW.BEAUMARLY.COM) or that of the Arab World Institute (Le Zyriab, WWW.IMARABE.ORG)? The Louvre Museum, the Château de Versailles, Montparnasse tower, Musée du quai Branly, Musée d’Orsay... and a large number of other venues have succeeded in combining fine arts and fine food, all for the greater pleasure of the admirers of both (WWW.ELIOR-EVENEMENTS.COM).

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PALAIS GALLIERA, PARIS MUSEUM OF FASHION THE HISTORY OF FASHION

By featuring some of its invaluable and fragile collections as part of temporary monographic exhibitions, the Palais Galliera bears witness to the dress codes and fashion in France from the 18th century to present day. To celebrate the reopening of the Museum, a tribute is being paid to fashion designer Azzedine Alaïa with a retrospective of his work in which nearly seventy models illustrate his brilliant career.

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OPERA AND BALLET

FOR ONE AND ALL...

If you love dance, go to the Palais des Congrès where the Moscow Theater Ballet is performing Romeo and Juliet, with the Orchestra of the Russian National Opera House. Rhythmic melody, knights dancing... the ballet has all the ingredients to make the experience unforgettable! Or a night at the Opera? The choice is all yours. First of all, the charm of My Fair Lady. Open for the Christmas holidays at the Théâtre du Châtelet, performed in English with supertitles, the musical masterpiece has kept all its magic. Or Madame Butterfly, Puccini’s celebrated opera. For Valentine’s Day, the Opéra Bastille is producing one of the most dramatic love stories that lyric art can offer. Or Fêtes de l’Hymen et de l’Amour. On the eve of Saint Valentine, on 13 February, the ambitious Opera-Ballet by Rameau will be played at the Royal Opera House of the château de Versailles.

• Romeo and Juliet UNTIL FEBRUARY 23

• My Fair Lady UNTIL JANUARY 1

• Madame Butterfly UNTIL FEBRUARY 14

• Fêtes de l’Hymen et de l’Amour FEBRUARY 13

GRAND PRIX D’AMÉRIQUE THE TOP IN TROTTINGThe blue ribbon event in trotting is held on the Paris-Vincennes racetrack. 2,700 metres long, the race is run by the 18 best trotters in the world. And as if the spectacle wasn’t enough, the race is accompanied by a show with more than 100 artists, dancers and acrobats to light up the track with a lavish parade including the competitors and a carousel on horseback performed by the Lancers of the Republican Guard.

WWW.PRIX-AMERIQUE.COM26/01/2014HIPPODROME PARIS-VINCENNES M CHÂTEAU DE VINCENNES OR RER A,

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OPERA, BALLET, OR DINNER AND A SHOW FOR TWO... HERE ARE A FEW OF THE LATEST SHOWS ON IN PARIS.

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With PARISCityVISION, here’s an excursion for two to share: departure by minibus from the Opera to Montmartre, visit of the Basilica of the Sacré-Cœur and the famous Place du Tertre, and then a celebration dinner with a pianist and singer. Ideal for Valentine’s Day!WWW.PARISCITYVISION.COMPARISCITYVISION2, RUE DES PYRAMIDES, PARIS 1 M TUILERIES

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AUTUMN FESTIVALHEAT FROM SOUTH AFRICA

Each year, the Autumn Festival invents new events for artists and public alike. For this forty-second edition dedicated to South African art, more than one hundred and twenty guest artists, choreographers, dancers, composers, traditional musicians, filmmakers and performers will make winter in Paris warmer!

WWW.FESTIVAL-AUTOMNE.COMUNTIL 12/01/2014

in the wings of the Opera

Who has never dreamt of being locked in the Palais Garnier, like the Phantom of the Opera? Its numerous paintings and sculptures make it a theatre and a Museum at the same time. Assisted by a tour guide, you will be able to admire the richness of its architecture, the abundance of its decorations and the variety of materials used. You will take the majestic Grand staircase leading to the auditorium, salons and orchestra pits. Visit with tour guide, by Cultival: WWW.CULTIVAL.FR

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FRANCIS,BAKER AND PASTRY-MAKER IN PARIS

What’s your favourite place?The rue Montorgueil. The pedestrian precinct, with its shops, cafe terraces and legendary venues is the best way to find out about good food in Paris, especially with the end-of-year celebrations coming up!

The thing to do?A cruise on the Seine. Take me: I’ve been living in Paris for 20 years, and it’s still a thrill. The banks of the River are beautiful, and at night, when monuments are lit up, the show is even better.

The place to go?A flea market. I love the one in Vanves. And the flea market in Saint-Ouen, for its great atmosphere. Even if you’re not bargain hunting, it’s a genuine stroll down memory lane with the different styles and periods.

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FROM THE MOST CLASSIC TO THE MOST CREATIVE, THE STYLE OF EVERY CABARET IS BASED ON THE TRADITIONAL REVUE. THEY’RE PART OF WHAT TURNED PARIS INTO PARIS...

MUGLER FOLLIESARTISTIC AND AVANT-GARDE

The multi-faceted fashion designer Thierry Mugler has designed his first review, inspired by the shows of Las Vegas and the Montmartre Café-Concerts. A fan of futuristic shows, the designer has revised the traditional codes of the genre: the artists are dancers and acrobats, singers and actors, models and performers. Anatomical designs, architectural silhouettes, innovative materials and sexy silhouettes... are the characteristics of this brand new show.

WWW.MUGLERFOLLIES.COMLE COMÉDIA 4, BOULEVARD DE STRASBOURG, PARIS 10 M STRASBOURG - SAINT-DENIS

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MOULIN ROUGEMUSIC HALL AND MAGIC

Féerie is an invitation to the purest tradition of music hall entertainment, with thousands of dazzling costumes flashing with feathers, rippling rhinestones and shimmering with sequins. The Doriss Girl’s lead the review and its breathtaking finale: their famed, fast and furious French Cancan.

WWW.MOULIN-ROUGE.COM82, BOULEVARD DE CLICHY, PARIS 18 M BLANCHE

LIDO DE PARIS

LUXURY AND LIGHTS

Since 1946, the Lido has brought smiles to faces and eyes. Colours, costumes, singing and dancing... and no less than 23 sets from the Bonheur review to light up the room, under the leadership of the famous Bluebell Girls. The cabaret is also one of the few to feature attractions in a pool with even an Indian temple reconstructed on stage.

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CRAZY HORSE PARIS

DESIGNED FOR DESIRE

Femininity, creativity, audacity... In the review Désirs, staged by Philippe Decouflé, the most avant-garde cabaret in Paris presents a series of shimmering, sparkling, shameless and sensational sets, featuring the sensual, stunning girls of the Crazy Horse.

WWW.LECRAZYHORSEPARIS.COM12, AVENUE GEORGE V, PARIS 8 M ALMA - MARCEAU

LE PARADIS LATIN

FUN AND FRIENDLY

Designed and built by Gustave Eiffel, the venue for the oldest of the cabarets in Paris is legendary. Paradis à la Folie consists of a series of sets full of fun and surprises, with the unmistakable French Cancan and its touch of humour typical of the left bank in Paris.

WWW.PARADISLATIN.COM2, RUE DU CARDINAL LEMOINE, PARIS 5 M CARDINAL LEMOINE

celebrate the New Year in the City of Light

The evening begins aboard a bus and a visit of the most beautiful illuminated monuments in Paris and the Christmas decorations in various districts. Then you board one of the boats from the Marina de Paris for a special dinner cruise, to dance the night away on the dockside with a DJ to celebrate the new year! Other programmes are available.WWW.PARISCITYVISION.COMPARISCITYVISION - 2, RUE DES PYRAMIDES, PARIS 1 M TUILERIES

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PARIS REALLY IS A CITY THAT NEVER SLEEPS! HERE’S A SELECTION OF SITES THAT MAKE THE REGION SUCH A FESTIVE, DYNAMIC DESTINATION.

LA VILLETTE ENCHANTÉEA restaurant at lunchtime, and bar with terrace for a drink at the end of day, located under the courtyard of the Grande Halle, La Villette enchantée turns into a temporary club each weekend. Plus points: the lawn terrace, the high ceilings and the bay windows that create a feeling of space.

WWW.LAVILLETTEENCHANTEE.FR211, AVENUE JEAN-JAURÈS, PARIS 19 M PORTE DE PANTIN

plus... Wanderlust At the foot of the Cité de la mode et du design, the Wanderlust also has a giant terrace with 1,600 sq. m of floor space. The DJ sets are held on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. The hip-hop, Dee House and new Disco nights follow on from each other, but are never the same!WWW.WANDERLUSTPARIS.COM32, QUAI D’AUSTERLITZ, PARIS 13 M GARE D’AUSTERLITZ

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SHOW CASE PARIS LIVE CLUB

This former boathouse located under the Alexandre III Bridge has become one of the Mecca’s for Parisian nightlife. Opening onto the Seine with its large bay window, the large, stone-walled room welcomes beginner DJs or major names on the electro scene.

WWW.SHOWCASE.FRM CHAMPS-ÉLYSÉES - CLEMENCEAU

NÜBA

THE ROOFTOP, HIP IN THE ’HOOD

Perched on the roof of the Cité de la mode et du design, the Nüba is a bar-club and restaurant. On the large terrace, the view of the Seine is unique. After a drink at the bar, take a deck chair and listen to the lounge music... and then dance the night away to the sound of electro, rock and pop music proposed by the DJs.

WWW.NUBA-PARIS.FR36, QUAI D’AUSTERLITZ, PARIS 13 M GARE D’AUSTERLITZ

REX CLUBTHE SPOT FOR ELECTRONIC MUSIC

Made famous around the world by Laurent Garnier, the Rex Club, 25 years young this year, is one of the best venues for demanding music lovers. Techno, tech-house, deep house or minimal, dubstep, Drum ‘n’ bass, jungle, or electrorock are given the spotlight in turn at this club which the PA is considered to be one of the best in town.

WWW.REXCLUB.COM5, BOULEVARD POISSONNIÈRE, PARIS 2 M BONNE NOUVELLE

SOCIAL CLUBELECTRONIC ECLECTIC

Breaking down barriers between styles, genres and audiences is the purpose of this place. In a retro-futuristic universe with black walls and neon lights changing colour to the beat of the music, atypical evenings at the Club combine international stars with up-and-coming talent.

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plus... Electro SundaysTwo must-go’s for discerning clubbers: one Sunday per month (after January 1) the Under morning, dancing to the sound of a sharp house BPM for a whole day, and every other Sunday, the Concrete All day long parties – hosted by the cream of international DJs, on board a boat moored in the Port de la Rapée.WWW.FLUIDPARTY.COM22, RUE QUENTIN-BAUCHART, PARIS 8 M GEORGE V

WWW.CONCRETEPARIS.FR69, PORT DE LA RAPÉE, PARIS 12 M BERCY

Bus PalladiumThe mythical Bus Palladium and its retro decor form a club devoted to vintage Rock’n Roll open for live music and parties. The 1st floor houses restaurant with a second stage.WWW.LEBUSPALLADIUM.COM6, RUE PIERRE-FONTAINE, PARIS 9 M PIGALLE

Gay Clubbing

Parisian gay clubbing has finally come out! Every Saturday night, the Scream has two scenes (techno-house and dance) and the best DJs. Other evenings are regularly organized: Beardrop, We-Party, Follivores... each with their own style. If you don’t want to miss out the wealth of scenes going on, just take a stroll through the Marais and you’ll be given all the flyers you need!WWW.SCREAM-PARIS.COMWWW.BEARDROP.COMWWW.PARISCIRCUITPARTY.COMWWW.FOLLIVORES.COM

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TERI,A YOUNG CLUBBER, LEAVING ONE OF THE CLUBS IN PARIS

What’s your favourite place?The Champs-Élysées in the early morning. There’s something special about the atmosphere, you see another facet of the most beautiful avenue in the world.

An idea worth sharing?A tour of Paris in a double-decker bus. I did it recently, and I’ve become a fan! From the top of a bus, your vision of the monuments is quite different, and you notice details you can’t see on the ground.

The place to go?The new clubs on the roof of the Cité de la mode et du design! For the terraces overlooking the Seine, the restaurants, and of course the music!

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GETTING AROUND

As soon as you get off your plane, in Versailles or Disneyland Paris, Tourism Information Points are available with all the information you need about your destination in Paris and the Île-de-France region, to book a hotel room, or buy a tourist product... They also provide Paris Visite and Paris Museum Passes.

BY BIKEVélib’ is 24h/7 bicycle self-service system (automatic terminal). Bikes can be rented by the hour or the day. For €1.70, the 1-day ticket enables access for 24 hours to the Vélib’ service; the first 30 minutes on each use are free of charge.WWW.VELIB.PARIS.FR

BY BOATBatobus is a shuttle service on the Seine, with 8 stops between the Eiffel Tower and the Jardin des Plantes.WWW.BATOBUS.COM PORT DE LA BOURDONNAISM BIR HAKEIM

PARIS-CHARLES-DE-GAULLE AIRPORT• Terminal 1, Arrival level, gate 4• Terminal 2C, Arrival/Departure level, opposite gate 5• Terminal 2D, Arrival/Departure level, gate 7• Terminal 2E, connecting passageway, Arrival level, gate 7• Terminal 2F, Arrival level, gate 11

TO GET TO PARIS, OR TO GET TO THE AIRPORT

The Air France coach service (Cars Air France) provide a 7/7 shuttle service between the Charles-de-Gaulle and Orly airports and Paris. Four lines connect to the Gare de Lyon, the Gare Montparnasse, Porte Maillot, Étoile/Champs-Élysées and Invalides terminals.WWW.LESCARSAIRFRANCE.COM

PUBLIC TRANSPORT (PARIS AND THE SURROUNDING REGION)

Metro, bus and RER (suburban train) tickets can be purchased at metro, bus and railway stations (ATMs or counter service), or at tobacconists. Bus ticket can be purchased on board, but they are more expensive and do not allow you to switch lines. Price: €1.70 per ticket (booklet of 10 tickets: €12.70).

PARIS VISITEThis is a single pass allowing you to use all of the Paris public transport services, valid for 1, 2, 3 or 5 days running, and according to zones (from the centre of Paris to the suburbs). Tickets can be purchased in Metro stations.WWW.RATP.FR

APPLICATION VISIT PARIS BY METROFree and fully translated into English, German, Dutch, Italian, Spanish and Japanese, this application enables access to a wide range of services to use the Metro and visit the most beautiful sites in Paris and its region, from the Eiffel Tower to the Palace of Versailles. Most of the features are available even when you’re offline.Available on App Store and Google Play.

VERSAILLES2 bis, avenue de Paris

PARIS-ORLY AIRPORT• Sud, Arrival level, gate L• Ouest, Arrival level, gate A

DISNEYLAND® PARISEspace du Tourisme d’Île-de-France et de Seine-et-Marne - Place François-Truffaut

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USEFUL INFORMATIONEuropean emergency call number (police, fire brigade): dial 112

Loss or theft of a credit card:Mastercard: 0 800 90 1387Visa: 0 800 90 20 33American Express: +33 (0) 1 47 77 72 00

MUSEUMS AND MONUMENTSEntrance to national museums and monuments is free for young people under 26 from the European Community, and for all on the 1st Sunday of every month (there are one or two exceptions). They are generally closed on Tuesdays and some bank holidays (including 25 December and 1 January). Entrance to the permanent collections of museums belonging to the City of Paris is free.

Paris Museum PassThe Paris Museum Pass provides unlimited priority access to more than 60 museums and monuments in Paris and the surrounding region as well as access to museums’ permanent collections. Three options are available: a 2-day pass (€39), 4-day pass (€54) or 6-day pass (€69). On sale at participating locations or visit WWW.PARISMUSEUMPASS.FR

The guide “My winter in Paris” is published by the Paris Île-de-France Tourist Board (CRT) – 11, rue du Faubourg Poissonnière – 75009 Paris.

Publication Manager: Gérard Feldzer, Chairman of the Tourist Board. CRT Coordination: Communications / Culture and Leisure Departments. Printed in France by Comelli-Median, December 2013. Please dispose of this guide responsibly.

Whilst every care has been taken in the writing and production of this guide, errors or inaccuracies cannot be completely excluded. The Tourist Board cannot be held responsible in the event of cancellations or changes to the programme, for rate changes or for errors or inaccuracies.

Photo credits: CRT Paris Île-de-France: Blondin (p. 45), Charaffi (1 cover, 2, 7), Jury (p. 41), Le Gac (p. 4), Giansily (p. 20), Rb (p. 27), Thierry (p. 2, 13, 31, 33), Tripelon-Jarry (p. 9, 26x2, 32, 34x2, 46, 54x2, 58). CRT Paris Île-de-France-Sipapress: Alfred (2 cover, 7, 40, 41), Jobard (p. 15), Revelli-Beaumont (p. 18, 20). Paris Tourist Office: Bertrand (2 cover, p. 3, 10, 13, 15, 21, 32, 40, 51), Lebar (p. 2, 21, 38), Lefranc (p. 26), Dupont (2 cover, p. 1, 5x2, 6, 9, 12, 14x2, 15x2, 22, 23, 28x2, 33, 34, 36, 38, 58), Pignol (p. 53), Serur Yedid (2 cover, p. 54), Thierry (p. 7, 49), Rivoal (p. 18). Atout France: Baetens (p. 28, 46), Helsy (p. 32, 33), Larrayadieu (p. 38), Milochau (p. 42x2, 45). CDT 78: Gréboval (p. 17, 23), Tondut (p. 16). 4 roues sous 1 parapluie/PhotoProEvent-D Keller (p. 11). Alaïa/I Gallo, 1996 (p. 50). Art déco/B Lomont (p. 3, 10). Batostar/Vedettes de Paris (p. 5). Beair/Wanderlust (p. 11). Broca&Wernicke-RMN GP-Château de Versailles (p. 48). Braque/Rmn-GP (p. 50). Breteuil/Leray (p. 42). Cirque du Soleil/Carry (p. 38, 41). Cirque Phénix/EDS (p. 41). Cour des senteurs/DR (p. 17, 18, 37). Crazy Horse/DR (p. 56). Depardon (p. 50). Deyrolle/Dantan (p. 27). Disney (p. 44). Disney Pixar (p. 49). Étangs de Corot/Cellier (p. 36). Fourmis/ Mau Kae Horng (p. 49). Grévin/Deret (p. 48). Hermé/Winkelmann (p. 28, 30). JM Degine-jmdimage.com (p. 40). Journet (p. 8, 31). Boutique du Futur/Balif (p. 27). Ladurée (p. 30). L’Éclaireur (p. 18, 22x2). Lido/Dupertuys (p. 54, 56). Les Éditions Albert René/Goscinny - Uderzo, BNF, Département Littérature et art, CNLJ-JPL, 2013 (p. 7). MTMLM/C. Gautier (p. 56). Moulin Rouge (p. 3, 9, 56). Musée d’Orsay/Boegly (p. 11). My Fair Lady/MN Robert - Théâtre du Châtelet (p. 46, 52). Nüba/DR (p. 58). One Nation/DR (p. 24). Open Tour/Prier (p. 4). Paradis Latin-Tekian Création (p. 57). Paristic (p. 27). Photopointcom (p. 57x2). Rambert (p. 36). Roussel/P Gérard (p. 31). RToutanWings, Sabatier, Foin, Milet/RMN - Grand Palais (Château de Versailles)/Blot (p. 16). T Voisin (p. 13). Sex Pistols artwork designed in collaboration with Jamie Reid © Sex Pistols Residuals (p. 9). Succession Picasso 2013/M Aeschimann (p. 50).

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